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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
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Aug 13, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Some of the BEST things you can do to BRING UP a lagging body part is to START your workout with an isolation exercise. (3:04)
  • Is the Earth spinning faster? (13:34)
  • Where does the southern stereotype come from? (17:50)
  • Teacher/student sexual relations, the age of consent, and age gaps in relationships. (21:32)
  • Blue light before bed for your children. (30:25)
  • Magic Spoon is making MOVES! (34:05)
  • An interview with Joe De Sena from Spartan Race. They discuss a special cause that Mind Pump is going to be a part of, the Ultra Race Championships in Tahoe, the current state of Spartan, and the importance of practicing hard shit. (40:10)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How do you recover from excessive binging after a bikini competition, and how do you handle weak leptin/ghrelin signals post-show or diet? (1:01:38)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is it possible to train Jiu Jitsu while competing in bodybuilding? (1:20:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I prevent injury, strengthen, and mobilize my intercostal muscles in my mid-upper back? (1:34:55)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How do I program 3 full-body workouts a week, while also making it to the gym 5-6 days a week without overtraining? (1:42:57)

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Aug 12, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the biggest challenges when it comes to fitness success is that we tend to FOCUS on the SYMPTOMS and not the ROOT CAUSE. (3:14)
  • NCI is doing things right. (26:16)
  • The value of treating exercise as a SKILL. (28:46)
  • Empathizing with the younger generation. (36:17)
  • Obesity, it’s NOT your genetics. (39:47)
  • The mindset shifts in getting your children involved in mundane or physical household tasks. (41:19)
  • Organifi Red Juice, the ULTIMATE caffeine alternative. (52:28)
  • Have you seen an elephant receive CPR?! (55:12)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are some common meals that are great for the family and hit all the healthy macros? (57:13)
  • #Quah question #2 - Where do you guys turn to for programming ideas and to gain more knowledge regarding training? (1:05:01)
  • #Quah question #3 - How can you beat the midday slump when bulking? (1:16:14)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are your thoughts on Mk677? Is it good or bad depending on your body type? (1:20:46)

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Aug 11, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten reasons that obesity has become so prevalent in the past century, and it is not genetics.

  • Obesity, it’s not your genetics. Your genetics are NOT why you are obese! It’s about your lifestyle and the environment you are in. (1:57)
  • How are people affected by their genetics? (5:08)
  • Ten Environmental Factors/Lifestyle Choices that Play a Role in Obesity. (11:56)
  • #1 – You eat hyper-palatable, ultra-processed foods. (12:20)
  • #2 – You do not move much. (19:44)
  • #3 – You have little muscle. (23:01)
  • #4 – Food requires little work, so we respect it less. (24:51)
  • #5 – Endocrine disrupting chemicals. (29:19)
  • #6 – We stay up later and sleep less. (32:22)
  • #7 – We eat when distracted. (36:09)
  • #8 – Liquid calories. (41:03)
  • #9 – Antidepressants. (44:02)
  • #10 – Birth control. (47:55)

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Aug 10, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: When you pull in your waist, suck it in using your transverse abdominis (TVA), you make it smaller! (3:34)
  • Want to improve your mitochondrial health, take alpha lipoic acid! (13:17)
  • Justin doesn’t do well solo for too long. (23:14)
  • Recapping Max’s first movie theater experience! (25:26)
  • Supporting your kids' passions and endeavors. (34:55)
  • The penis pump story from hell! (40:51)
  • Cannabis and its effect on your sperm DNA. (43:17)
  • The impact of school closures on our children’s mental health. (48:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What is the best approach to a cut when wanting to speed up fat loss? (54:35)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Why have I seen such a carryover from the basketball court by doing hypertrophy style training? (1:06:42)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What is the best approach to put on size and gain strength for an upcoming powerlifting meet? (1:16:30)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - In general, how do you guys handle sick days while on a MAPS program? After a few days without lifting, do you pick up where you left off? (1:25:03)

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Aug 8, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak to Max Lugavere about what happens when scientists are motivated by outcomes other than finding the truth.

  • When the science-bound model goes wrong. (2:28)
  • Science advances one funeral at a time. (12:28)
  • Why you shouldn’t take everything the Western blot publishes as fact. (15:11)
  • Why is there resistance to acknowledging that we can potentially prevent Alzheimer’s Disease? (22:50)
  • Why this documentary project engenders why Max does what he does. (29:32)
  • How the brain is very complex. (31:18)
  • Turning the serotonin model for depression on its head. (34:31)
  • How do studies get funded, and how can we eliminate these conflicts of interest? (43:05)
  • Nutrition studies, a house of cards. (48:21)
  • When diets become politicized. (50:43)
  • Be evidence-based, but NOT evidence-bound. (57:01)
  • Understanding the BIG picture and sifting through the noise. (1:02:43)
  • Little Empty Boxes. (1:09:53)

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Aug 6, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is an advanced technique that can almost help every person, progressive resistance with chains and bands. (2:44)
  • When a hero comes along. (15:32)
  • The things you notice about yourself once you have children. (17:59)
  • Enjoying the phases of development. (24:47)
  • This woman is a CHAMPION! (28:47)
  • Busting the myth of overpopulation being a bad thing. (30:53)
  • The shell game that is being played when it comes to our economy. (32:53)
  • Planet of the Apes is happening! (36:11)
  • Hershey’s brilliant strategy. (38:43)
  • How Public Goods targets the environmentally conscious consumer. (42:38)
  • Like wine, drink your Zbioitics first! (44:11)
  • The history of the super-soaker. (48:37)
  • BB guns have come a LONG way! (54:07)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is eating too much red meat bad for you, and why does it get so much hate? (56:30)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How much should I start to cut to be effective without destroying my metabolism? (1:05:24)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I be lifting more moderately heavy and keep relatively the same weight throughout the phases of MAPS Anabolic?  What do you recommend, being over 50, would be most effective to continue to see more muscle gains? (1:13:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best strength-based training program to follow for rowers? (1:30:45)

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Aug 5, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST healthcare in the world is FREE! (2:58)
  • Sal clarifies his statement on nicotine and why vaping is a problem. (9:23)
  • The things we did in the past and their lingering effects as we age. (16:22)
  • Why Mind Pump works with Caldera Lab. (20:42)
  • Is fluoride dangerous? (25:40)
  • Why is protein being demonized? (28:37)
  • Mind Pump loves Mike Matthews. (30:25)
  • Why it’s important to have skepticism. (32:06)
  • Does having tattoos impede your ability to sweat? (36:39)
  • So, you say you want a Ring? (40:10)
  • Science once again proves the mind-muscle connection. (43:08)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are some tips for getting better at barbell squats when you have long legs/femurs? (47:11)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can yin yoga be used as mobility training or is it different? (53:26)
  • #Quah question #3 - How do you guys approach training and nutrition on vacation when not actively cutting or bulking? (59:07)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are some of the best uses of your time when taking long breaks between sets? (1:05:10)

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Aug 4, 2022

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin cover eight reasons why lifting light weights can accelerate your progress.

  • One of the BEST things you can do to develop your muscles, and an amazing body, is to LIFT with lightweight! (2:15)

 

  • Eight Benefits of Lifting with Light Weight.
  • #1 – Better form. (7:30)

 

  • #2 - Easier to connect to target muscles. (10:40)
  • #3 - Lower injury risk. (15:42)
  • #4 - The pump (higher reps). (19:03)
  • #5 - Strength stamina. (22:41)
  • #6 - Explosive training. (26:00)
  • #7 - Slower reps value. (29:35)
  • #8 - Easy on the joints. (32:14)

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Aug 3, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: What you TRAIN, you STRENGTHEN! (3:12)
  • Your parents' generation was just DIFFERENT. (11:06)
  • Is Gen Z forcing social media to evolve? (17:26)
  • Resolving your marital disputes was different in medieval times. (25:56)
  • The origins behind the saying “Jack of all trades, master of none.” (27:20)
  • Vuori got the guys looking ‘professional’ on camera. (31:36)
  • The media is a propaganda machine. (33:32)
  • Butcher Box has a YouTube page! (39:30)
  • Vegans need to relax! (42:12)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you recommend I incorporate MAPS Symmetry into my workout while also including some days for muscle building but not overtraining? (50:17)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Can I skip or replace bicep curls, shrugs, and calf raises in MAPS programs if they are not my target muscle groups? (56:29)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Would MAPS Symmetry accelerate me back to where I was pre-break to then work the same intensity as before in the program? (1:06:09)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Could my increased hunger be a sign of building muscle? (1:13:38)

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Aug 1, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss ten ways to improve recovery.

  • Do NOT fall into the trap of targeting perfection. (2:00)

 

  • Ten Advanced Recovery Hacks.

 

  • #1 - Cold therapy. (6:00)
  • #2 – Static stretching. (11:49)
  • #3 - Naps. (15:32)
  • #4 - Trigger sessions. (20:34)
  • #5 - Mobility work. (25:24)
  • #6 - Deep tissue massage. (29:12)
  • #7 – High-calorie days. (34:34)
  • #8 – Sunlight. (36:20)
  • #9 – Meditation. (39:25)
  • #10 - Fish and veggies. (42:53)

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Jul 30, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: It’s good to be science-based, but NOT science-bound. (3:07)
  • Gio’s CRAZY evening in San Francisco. (18:57)
  • How can this even happen?! (23:21)
  • The fun of watching your child develop. (26:10)
  • “Everyone has a plan until you get punched in the face.” (31:51)
  • Redefining what a recession is. (35:55)
  • How Justin has been using Organifi’s Green Juice to repair his gut. (44:50)
  • The robot uprising has started! (50:17)
  • Debating the advantage of being taught by a parent or professional? (52:42)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - As a PE teacher, how would you structure a workout program for my students? (57:29)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What are your thoughts on wanting to go into a cut at 11% body fat? (1:16:21)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I run a program that has a volume increase only in the parts I want to bring up, and run a maintenance volume on the rest of my body parts to force my body to bring up what lacks? (1:32:35)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What resources, besides physical therapy, are out there to strengthen my skill set as a trainer for the advanced age population? (1:40:35)

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Jul 29, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Extreme fitness and extreme performance are NOT healthy! (2:59)
  • Throwing shade on serotonin being the leading indicator of depression. (20:41)
  • The humor in watching your kids develop. (31:07)
  • The disconnect between young athletes and their body awareness. (33:45)
  • The ultimate muscle preservation tool. (43:19)
  • Imagining the war of the future. (45:12)
  • A sign of the times for future car purchases. (51:47)
  • Sal’s dream PRx garage gym. (58:45)
  • #Quah question #1 - How long does it take to build muscle mass? (1:03:05)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can you explain carb cycling and its benefits? Can you fat cycle as well? (1:14:49)
  • #Quah question #3 - Is there a set point for our weight? (1:24:23)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are some training tips with a newborn? (1:30:01)

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Jul 28, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten advanced techniques that can kick-start your results in the gym.

  • One of the MOST challenging things in fitness is to continue progressing when you are ALREADY advanced! (2:04)

 

  • Ten Advanced Next-Level Workout Techniques.

 

  • #1 - Supersets (pre-exhaust, compound, antagonist). (6:44)
  • #2 – Training to failure. (10:48)
  • #3 - Partial reps. (18:05)
  • #4 – Rest/pause. (21:44)
  • #5 - Intraset stretching (24:17)
  • #6 – Drop sets. (26:48)
  • #7 – Super slow motion. (30:42)
  • #8 - Isometric holds. (34:21)
  • #9 – 10 x 10. (36:10)
  • #10 – Forced reps. (40:22)

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Jul 27, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Vegan diets are some of the WORST diets for building muscle! (3:25)
  • Why is D.B. Cooper a cultural icon? (10:37)
  • Brown noise, and why you should care about it. (21:03)
  • Audi’s awesome new tech to save you time. (27:30)
  • Sal’s dad loves Ned! (32:53)
  • Maximus is a BIG Magic Spoon guy. (36:11)
  • What’s wrong with men?! (38:31)
  • Be wary of getting your news from social media. (46:10)
  • Toys R Us is making a COMEBACK! (49:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Do fat burners have side effects that should I be aware of, and do they require cycling off to maintain their effectiveness? (56:35)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do I adjust my training to better prevent me from feeling so strained at/after work as a massage therapist? (1:09:48)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What are some ways to protect your back while deadlifting? (1:18:11)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Is there any truth to a specific type of workout for your Hormone Metabolic type? (1:27:34)

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Jul 25, 2022

Description: In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Nathaniel Nolan who recently made news "as the man who got ripped running like a dog."

  • The CRAZY story behind how Nathaniel went viral. (2:13)
  • His background in the fitness space and how he got into animal flow. (6:43)
  • Has this had an impact on his business? (9:57)
  • Why big media companies are NOT looking out for the people they are trying to exploit. (11:36)
  • His WHY into becoming a personal trainer. (14:26)
  • Why most of the fitness media is simply GARBAGE! (17:27)
  • The purpose behind modulating intensity. (22:09)
  • Highlighting why the consumer MUST take headlines with a grain of salt. (26:23)
  • The importance of mobility, trigger, and focus sessions within the MAPS Programs. (31:11)

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Jul 23, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Protein is as CLOSE as you can get to a magical macronutrient. (3:09)
  • Heritage pork from Butcher Box hits different! (17:48)
  • So, you want to build a sex room? (22:55)
  • Rage has become the machine. (27:05)
  • The Stranger Things effect. (28:35)
  • Will Sal be in a music video?! (34:08)
  • A throwback to Adam’s old photoshoots. (36:26)
  • Have a drink, and keep that Zbiotics on hand. (48:24)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there a way to grow the glutes/legs, without growing the back/upper body? (52:06)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - If you put in the work consistently over a long period of time, should everyone be able to lift 225 lbs. for bench press, 315 lbs. for squat, and 450 lbs. for deadlift? (1:01:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I improve my endurance in the gym while deadlifting? (1:14:24)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Would you recommend supplementing with essential amino acids, if I am struggling to meet my daily protein intake? (1:24:34)

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Jul 22, 2022

In this Quah (Q & A) episode, Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is a simple step you can do to alleviate chronic pain, train unilaterally. (3:27)
  • How much do Cirque du Soleil/Vegas acts get paid? (17:29)
  • What’s a sun fever?! (31:28)
  • Hands-on your knees is better for catching your breath than hands on your head. (37:50)
  • Flying with children and keeping them in line. (40:39)
  • Weedkiller chemical glyphosate was found in the majority of U.S. urine samples. (44:53)
  • When your plans just don’t pan out. (49:16)
  • When your bed just feels the best. (55:13)
  • #Quah question #1 - What is the difference in hypertrophy between the dumbbell overhead press vs. barbell? If the difference is stability, is there more benefit in using dumbbells in most press movements? (57:33)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can you recommend a good protein powder that doesn’t contain whey? (1:04:03)
  • #Quah question #3 - How much is too much for trigger or focus sessions? (1:12:13)
  • #Quah question #4 - Is there a superior form of cardio? For example, would be better to run, do HIIT, or just go ham on an assault bike? (1:16:33)

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Jul 21, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten things one must NOT do in a gym.

  • There are unwritten rules that are true for EVERY single gym! (1:27)

 

  • Ten Ways How NOT to Be an Idiot in the Gym. 

 

  • #1 - Don’t be smelly. (2:16)
  • #2 - Don’t start a conversation in the locker while you’re naked (or dry your balls). (5:59)
  • #3 - Let people “work in.” (8:59)
  • #4 - Put weights away. (15:18)
  • #5 - Wipe up your sweat. (19:37)
  • #6 - Don’t drop weights. (22:59)
  • #7 - Don’t talk to people mid-set. (25:50)
  • #8 - Don’t wear perfume/cologne. (27:37)
  • #9 - Don’t hoard equipment. (30:17)
  • #10 - No moose knuckle. (33:59)

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Jul 20, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: For building muscle, don’t try to MOVE weights rather FOCUS on challenging the muscle. (3:37)
  • The DRAMATIC physical changes in Justin’s high school student-athletes! (16:34)
  • Gentleminions versus Bronies, which is worse? (33:43)
  • Is the TikTok algorithm different in China than in the US? (36:33)
  • Twitter’s suspending spree explained. (40:34)
  • RIP James Caan. (44:33)
  • Are flat Earthers still a thing? (45:54)
  • Cool new tech with Mind Pump. (50:37)
  • Joe Biden, the pariah of the Democrat party. (52:50)
  • The fascinating technology of cryogenic grinding. (56:04)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on how to prioritize physical health for someone on a tight budget? (1:00:27)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How would you design training and nutrition around an active job that will be transitioning to a more sedentary lifestyle? (1:11:22)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What kind of unilateral exercises, if necessary, would help balance out my physique? Can I incorporate these exercises with current Maps programs or is it something I must focus entirely on? (1:21:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Any suggestions on how to transition my focus from bodybuilding to powerlifting? (1:27:24)

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Jul 18, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover fourteen of their favorite foods to build a healthy and muscular body.

  • Fourteen of the Best Foods for an Amazing Physique. (2:02)
  • #1 – Eggs. (5:00)
  • #2 - Animal meat (chicken, beef, pork, fish). (6:39)
  • #3 - Whole Milk (if tolerated). (9:34)
  • #4 - Leafy greens. (12:02)
  • #5 – Asparagus. (14:25)
  • #6 – Zucchini. (16:20)
  • #7 – Berries. (17:13)
  • #8 – Rice. (20:27)
  • #9 – Quinoa. (23:26)
  • #10 - Potato / Sweet potato. (25:07)
  • #11 – Raw nuts. (28:11)
  • #12 - Avocado / avocado oil. (32:16)
  • #13 – Olive oil. (34:01)
  • #14 - Butter / ghee. (35:37)

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Jul 16, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the EASIEST ways to optimize your hormones is to simply lift weights! (3:03)
  • The guys get geeky on old sci-fi/horror films of the 80s. (12:54)
  • What percentage of men and women fantasize about murder? (16:51)
  • The pros and cons of A.I. (20:33)
  • ‘Taco floss’ is in style. (27:15)
  • What’s the deal with the Georgia Guidestones? (34:11)
  • NCI is giving away a full-ride scholarship! Apply now! (38:08)
  • Mind Pump Investments: Are NFTs dead? What is going on with the crypto markets? (41:03)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I get rid of the last 5 pounds of body fat and boost my metabolism? (49:49)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is there any stuff/workout/diet or anything I should be following to keep my vertical up in volleyball? (1:01:18)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - When is it superior or appropriate to train in one rep range solely for an amount of time (3-4 weeks) or switch every phase versus the style of hitting each rep range each workout consistently (Start with your big lift or two in lower rep ranges, then move to a lift in 8-12 range, then towards end hit the higher range/your finishers)? (1:17:27)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - With numerous sponsored products from the show like electrolytes, vitamins, green/red drinks, CBD, pre and post-workout supplements, etc. Where does a guy start if wanting to try supplements? (1:27:30)

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Jul 15, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Contrary to popular media propaganda, meat, eggs, and milk are the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet! (3:11)
  • Sal has stamped his seal of approval on Seed. (13:35)
  • Adam’s Organifi “Peanut” Brittle desert. (16:52)
  • Sal recommends UnXplained with William Shatner. (21:13)
  • Justin recommends Westworld on HBO. (33:57)
  • Another brilliant move by Apple. (35:45)
  • That one-time Disney gave Robin Williams a Picasso for being the Genie. (40:35)
  • Is your favorite Hollywood star on anabolics? (44:25)
  • #Quah question #1 - What order should your programs be completed? (57:17)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can kettlebells build muscle? (1:06:44)
  • #Quah question #3 - How would you describe training to technical failure to someone who doesn’t push themselves hard enough? (1:14:20)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are the benefits of strength training with arthritis? (1:19:10)

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Jul 14, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Eugene Teo.

  • Why he takes issue with the emphasis on the barbell back squat. (2:28)
  • How people have a hard time separating their emotions from logical reason. (5:47)
  • Individual variance matters! (10:07)
  • Are split stance exercises superior to bilateral lower body exercises? (13:49)
  • Functional versus hypertrophy. What does he lead towards? (17:06)
  • Understanding there are so many different paths people can go on when it comes to training. (19:31)
  • The difficulty of catering to your audience on social media. (24:31)
  • When is anecdote valuable? (31:16)
  • The problems with being science-based versus science-bound. (35:46)
  • Addressing his post on correctional exercise and being a waste of time. (41:11)
  • Is a deadlift a good back hypertrophy exercise? (59:17)
  • The systemic effects of novelty. (1:02:48)
  • The most underrated training style. (1:12:45)
  • Biggest training paradigm-shattering moments. (1:14:47)
  • Favorite forms of conditioning. (1:18:09)
  • Is he pro-full-body or body-part split? (1:24:37)
  • What currently makes him roll his eyes in the fitness space? (1:26:44)
  • Paralysis by analysis and podcasting. (1:28:39)
  • What is his main source of business? (1:35:53)
  • Will Mind Pump visit Australia? (1:37:38)
  • Who are his favorite fitness influencers in Australia? (1:39:57)
  • Women CAN lift! (1:42:14)

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Jul 13, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Supplements are NOT the answer until they ARE the answer. (3:56)
  • The conspiracies surrounding the Large Hadron Collider. (18:15)
  • A puffer fish may have inspired the Mandala. (21:14)
  • We are so vulnerable without power. (22:49)
  • Time dilation is a real thing! (27:14)
  • Nuclear energy can be scary. (29:28)
  • The Japanese are fierce. (30:44)
  • Dad's life updates with the guys: Aurelius has a new favorite word and Maximus’ interesting personality. (33:11)
  • Airplane horror stories with your kids. (37:10)
  • Competition is great! (47:51)
  • The power of TikTok! (50:26)
  • Mind Pump fans love Vuori! (51:25)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What type of training (duration, frequency, intensity) would you recommend for a person with adrenal fatigue? (54:52)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What programming would you recommend for my client who has a very inconsistent work schedule? (1:06:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Do you have tips on how to follow a MAPS program while still training 6 hours a week as a wrestler without overtraining and burning myself out? (1:14:38)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is your advice on building the outer/side part of the chest?  (1:28:02)

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Jul 11, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover 6 ways to keep a beach-ready body throughout the summer.

  • Believe it or not, the hard part about staying in shape for summer is NOT the getting in shape part. The hard part is MAINTAINING it after summer is over. (2:03)

 

  • Six Ways to Maintain a Beach-Body All Summer Long. (7:44)

 

  • #1 - Train full-body 3 days a week. (It is easier to stay consistent, don’t miss your least favorite body parts, or frequency of most effective exercises). (8:57)
  • #2 - Phase your training. (Don’t let your body get stale, long rest, moderate, and light with supersets.) (16:12)
  • #3 - Slowly increase calories (reverse diet). (21:19)
  • #4 - Keep protein high. (26:56)
  • #5 - Train “show muscles abs” to build. (30:16)
  • #6 - Trigger sessions keep the pump. (36:56)

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